Mentors and Supervisors
I just started with my Ph.D this february. Unluckily, my supervisor ditched me and moved to the States. I don’t care, however. He was hardly of any help. No matter how much effort I used to put, I always got a poor feedback. I don’t regret poor feedback but if I’m doing something wrong, then atleast help me correct it. I wasted my four months doing directionless research. So glad to get rid of him. But, now I am to choose a supervisor for myself as my Uni has asked for 2-3 preferences of mine? How do I choose? I really don’t want to have someone like the previous one. Any suggestions? I am looking for a helping guide not a tyrannical instructor.
Posted in: Mentoring, PhD Thesis, Research
Alex Kruger 6:29 am on June 4, 2017 Permalink | Log in to Reply
As you said, your previous supervisor criticised all your efforts, it’s better if you choose someone who gives you constructive criticism. Someone who helps you in rectifying errors. I guess that’s the most important thing. Rest it’s up to you because no matter what you’ll have to show patience with your supervisor. There’s no way of escaping it!’
carinanicoll 6:35 am on June 5, 2017 Permalink | Log in to Reply
I had the same problem. I still can’t imagine how I survived with him for 5 years. Unfortunately, I wasn’t lucky like you to get rid of him but fortunately I did manage to get done with my PhD. All credit goes to http://www.thesisclinic.co.uk/ to assist me all the way till the end. I think you should choose someone who is passionate about your research topic and is willing to go out of his way to help you out.
deanneweaver 6:39 am on June 8, 2017 Permalink | Log in to Reply
Shortlist some supervisors. Then ask some candidates who have been supervised by him previously. Ask them about their supervisors. What were their experiences? Were they helpful/crazy etc etc? This is the best way to make out who’s going to be worth it. Good Luck!